Poppy Garden Gnome

Poppy ‘Garden Gnome’ is a charming dwarf variety of Papaver known for its compact size and vibrant, eye-catching blooms. Producing bright, cheerful flowers in bold shades of red, orange, and warm tones, this variety brings a playful pop of color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Its smaller, tidy growth habit makes it ideal for edging, small-space gardens, and front-of-border plantings.

Blooming in late spring to early summer, ‘Garden Gnome’ adds a light, airy texture and classic cottage-garden appeal. Like other poppies, it attracts pollinators such as bees and provides visual interest even after flowering with its distinctive seed pods.

Maintenance: Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, as poppies prefer drier conditions once established. Water regularly during the first 1–2 weeks after planting to help roots establish, then reduce watering frequency. Avoid transplanting when possible, as poppies have sensitive roots. Allow foliage to die back naturally after blooming, and leave seed heads in place if you’d like natural reseeding for future seasons.